Ghost Blade HD

Fun little shmup, Good graphics, solid control. The screen has a bit too much "flashing" wihich is sometimes annoying (particularly on stage one). This is a back to basics Shmup, with no fancy mechanics. 5 Levels makes it the perfect length to improve your game. It seems like a solid mix of a Cave game with an old Toplan game.

con: - bad visibility. Which is why I can't recommend. Not sure what, but something is wrong. I think our ship shots are too bright and opaque. Too many color variation for the enemy bullets. - part of the hud can obstruct your ship (when in TATE orientation) pro: - music.

I have LOTS of top notch shmups and this is definitely one of the best, It is very simple, but it does the basics wonderfully- great flow, visuals, sound, and fun. Stylish yet straight forward. It does have one glaring issue though- the transitions into , and out of, boss fights are astoundingly, annoyingly, and disappointingly abrupt. They obviously didn't play test those bits. Devs, If you are listening, PLEASE fix this. This is a classic that could so easily have widespread recognition as such. If any DLC or sequels come out, I will be first in line. If you like old school simple shmups DO NOT miss this. Definitely worth full price.